| Load Time | Load Date | Source | Title | Link | Snippet | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| View Article | 4:03 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | WBEZ | Chicagoans on the pursuit of happiness - WBEZ Chicago | https://www.wbez.org/say-more-with-mary-dixon-patrick-smith/2025/12/09/chicagoans-on-the-pursuit-of-happiness | _Say More_ ’s Mary Dixon and Patrick Smith talk about the little things that make life worth living. **GUEST:** Jeff Ruby, licensed social worker and freelance writer |
| View Article | 4:03 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | WBEZ | The Rundown: Is a city government shutdown on the horizon? | https://www.wbez.org/wbez-newsletter/2025/12/09/the-rundown-is-a-city-government-shutdown-on-the-horizon | _Good afternoon! It’s Tuesday, and be careful out there:_ [ __Slick roads_ _ ][3] _are possible after tonight’s freezing rain. Here’s what else you need to know today._ [ **_1\. Mayor Johnson is determined to avert a city government shutdown as a budget stalemate drags on_ ** ][4] After another … |
| View Article | 4:03 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | WBEZ | Critique of Chicago alders’ alternative budget proposals - WBEZ Chicago | https://www.wbez.org/in-the-loop-with-sasha-ann-simons/2025/12/09/critique-of-chicago-alders-alternative-budget-proposals | After alders rejected Mayor Johnson’s 2026 budget, a group of moderate and conservative city councilors put forth a list of [ _alternative proposals_ ][1] that does not include the mayor’s corporate head tax. Instead, the alternative plans rely on raising taxes on garbage collection and liquor sales, as well as … |
| View Article | 4:02 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | State Journal Register | Friendly Chevrolet marks 60 years of family tradition in Springfield | https://www.sj-r.com/story/news/local/2025/12/06/family-owned-friendly-chevrolet-hits-60-year-milestone-in-springfield/87575037007/ | Friendly Chevrolet is celebrating its 60th anniversary in Springfield. According to a community announcement, the dealership was established in 1965 by John Schroeder. His daughter, Susan Langheim, took over in 1997, and her daughter, Courtney Harby, joined the business in 2018. ## Family legacy continues The dealership has remained family … |
| View Article | 4:02 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | State Journal Register | What does a $10,000 grant mean for kids in Central Illinois? | https://www.sj-r.com/story/news/local/2025/12/08/panda-cares-grant-boosts-academic-programs-at-boys-girls-clubs/87604554007/ | [ ![][24] ][25] The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Illinois is benefiting from a $10,000 grant to support its academic enrichment programs. The funding comes from the 2025 Project Learn Academic Success Grant, made possible through a partnership between the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the Panda … |
| View Article | 4:02 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | State Journal Register | Bearista Cold Cup among 2025 Starbucks for Life prizes. Here's how to play | https://www.sj-r.com/story/news/2025/12/09/starbucks-for-life-2025-game-how-to-play-bearista-cold-cup-prizes/87683479007/ | Starbucks ignited a frenzy among fans Monday by teasing another "chance" to score [ the viral Bearista Cold Cup ][13] – but it's not the restock some fans were expecting. Customers will get the chance to own their very own bear-shaped glass by winning the [ Starbucks for Life ][14] … |
| View Article | 4:02 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | State Journal Register | $1M pledge boosts plan to restore Jacksonville’s Illinois Theater | https://www.sj-r.com/story/news/local/2025/12/06/illinois-theater-civic-center-planned-for-downtown-jacksonville/87594162007/ | The Jacksonville Center for the Arts (JCA) has received a $1 million pledge from Catherine Horn Randall to support the purchase and restoration of the Illinois Theater. The pledge is part of a campaign to transform the theater into a multi-purpose civic center and performing arts facility, according to a … |
| View Article | 4:02 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | State Journal Register | Is it legal to keep a misdelivered package? What Illinois law says | https://www.sj-r.com/story/news/local/2025/12/09/can-you-keep-package-accidentally-delivered-to-you-in-illinois-federal-law-usps/87627859007/ | The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for online retailers, mail carriers and [ package delivery services ][1] alike. As a result, mistakes are sometimes made. Everyone's had an experience where they excitedly pick up a package delivered to their doorstep, only to read someone … |
| View Article | 4:02 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | NBC Local | Border Protection officer sexually assaulted, robbed women in 2022: Prosecutors | https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/border-protection-officer-sexually-assaulted-robbed-women-in-2022-prosecutors/3860865/ | A Customs and Border Protection officer has been arrested and charged in connection with multiple sexual assaults and robberies that occurred in 2022. According to an indictment handed down by the U.S. District Court on Tuesday, 44-year-old Luis Uribe was arrested Tuesday and charged with 10 counts of depravation of … |
| View Article | 4:02 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | Fox Chicago | Kentucky State University shooting: 1 dead, another injured | http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/kentucky-state-university-shooting-suspect-custody-multiple-injured | ![Shooting reported at Kentucky State University, gov says][14] #### [ Shooting reported at Kentucky State University, gov says ][15] Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced on social media Tuesday that officials are aware of a reported shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort, where there are "some injuries." A suspect has … |
| View Article | 4:02 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | Fox Chicago | New Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near sensitive locations | http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/new-illinois-law-protects-immigrants-arrest | ![New Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near sensitive locations][7] #### [ New Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near sensitive locations ][8] Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday signed a law prohibiting federal officials from taking enforcement actions against immigrants near courthouses, in hospitals, on college campuses or in … |
| View Article | 4:02 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | Fox Chicago | Elmhurst man accused of killing 21-year-old woman ordered held pre-trial | http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/elmhurst-man-accused-killing-21-year-old-woman-ordered-held-pre-trial | #### The Brief * * Santino Ortiz is charged with six counts of first-degree murder in the death of 21-year-old Claudia Mojarrieta-Matos. * A friend called 911 after hearing a struggle during a phone call; police say Ortiz later admitted meeting with her. * Prosecutors allege Ortiz attacked, stabbed, and … |
| View Article | 4:02 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | Chicago Tribune | Commissioners divided over plans to build Hindu temple in Elgin | https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/09/hindu-temple-elgin-commission-recommendation/ | A revised proposal for a Hindu temple will head to the Elgin City Council without a recommendation from the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission, members of which were divided on project. Umlya Mataji Sastha Chicago Midwest revised the size of the project, scaling back the original 231,000-square-foot structure and 125-foot … |
| View Article | 4:02 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | Chicago Tribune | Afternoon Briefing: Chicago Tribune Silver Football winner named | https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/09/afternoon-briefing-chicago-tribune-silver-football-winner-named/ | Good afternoon, Chicago. The administration of President Donald Trump has issued a blistering order for the city and state to [ come up with a safety plan to boost police on the CTA ][11] and take other steps or once again risk vital federal funding. In letters yesterday to Chicago … |
| View Article | 4:02 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | Chicago Tribune | Naperville squad car flipped in crash near Route 59 and 95th Street | https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/09/naperville-squad-flipped-roof-crash/ | A Naperville police squad car was flipped onto its roof Monday night during a crash near Route 59 and 95th Street, officials said. An officer was responding to a call about a patient not breathing about 6 p.m. when the three-vehicle collision occurred, according to a social media statement from … |
| View Article | 4:01 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | Chicago Tribune | Hinsdale’s new Chabad Jewish Center plans Chanukah celebration | https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/09/hinsdales-new-chabad-jewish-center-plans-chanukah-celebration/ | A planned Chanukah celebration with a public menorah lighting from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday is only the beginning for the Chabad Jewish Center of Hinsdale. The free event is scheduled to take place at the Lodge at Katherine Legge Memorial Park, 5901 S. County Line Road, and also will … |
| View Article | 4:01 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | Chicago Tribune | Pope Leo criticizes US bid to ‘break apart’ US-Europe alliance, insists on Europe role in Ukraine peace | https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/09/pope-leo-us-europe-alliance/ | ROME — Pope Leo XIV insisted Tuesday that Europe must have a role in any Ukraine peace deal and criticized what he said was the Trump administration’s effort to “break apart” the long-standing U.S.-European alliance. Leo spoke to reporters after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who is on another … |
| View Article | 4:01 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | Chicago Tribune | Oreo is bringing zero-sugar cookies to the US | https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/09/oreo-zero-sugar-cookies/ | Rejoice, New Year’s dieters: Oreos are getting a sugar-free option. Mondelez said Tuesday that Oreo Zero Sugar and Oreo Double Stuf Zero Sugar will go on sale in the U.S. in January. They’re a permanent addition to the company’s Oreo lineup. It’s the first time Mondelez has sold sugar-free Oreos … |
| View Article | 4:01 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | Chicago Tribune | Zelenskyy reaffirms his refusal to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support | https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/09/zelenskyy-ukraine-russia-war/ | ROME — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reaffirmed his strong refusal to cede any territory, resisting U.S. pressure for painful concessions to Russia as he moved ahead Tuesday to rally more European support for his country. “Undoubtedly, Russia insists for us to give up territories. We, clearly, don’t want to … |
| View Article | 4:01 p.m. | December 9, 2025 | Chicago Tribune | Ex-House Speaker leader Madigan latest Illinois Democrat to pitch Trump for clemency | https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/09/ex-speaker-madigan-asks-trump-for-clemency/ | Imprisoned former House Speaker Michael Madigan has become the latest high- profile Illinois Democrat to officially ask President Donald Trump for clemency on a corruption conviction. Madigan, who was [ convicted in February ][8] on a range of corruption counts, recently filed a clemency petition with Office of the Pardon … |